Taking a break.
We are finally taking that much needed break that has been escaping us. The issue we have found as innkeepers is that even if we don’t have guests we are still at work and work, so in order to get that "weekend" that the collective of people who work outside their homes receive we actually have to go away.
So what is an innkeeper to do? Well we called upon a few of our fellow innkeepers and created a lovely break for ourselves.
First stop is Bosch Garten Bed and Breakfast in Leavenworth, WA. We have been to Leavenworth several times, but usually in conjunction with an event, a parade, a meeting, a lunch spot on the way through. We haven’t had a lot of time to spend and explore. We are looking forward to getting to know Leavenworth a little better. We are spending two nights so we should have the opportunity to explore a little.
Next stop is Arlington’s River Rock Inn in Arlington, WA. We have stayed with the hosts, Bob and Lisa before and it is really a perfect spot to stop and relax. We are having dinner there at the inn so we can explore the property and not have to worry about driving anywhere after we arrive. This is more of a stop for us on our way to the San Juan Islands, we thought instead of driving straight from Leavenworth to the islands we could break it up and enjoy some time with friends.
Our last stop is a vacation rental in Friday Harbor. With Lauren we didn’t want to impose on our fellow innkeepers that don’t normally allow children. A night or two is one thing but we were really hoping to go away for about a week and that we felt was a bit much to ask of anyone. So we found this spot and we think it will work really well for our needs. We are able to cook, the location is right in Friday Harbor and near the ferry terminal, and we were given a great price. We are staying for four nights here. This should give us the opportunity to explore the island, go to the other islands if we choose, or just to hang out and relax in the condo.
It has been a long summer full of projects and not a lot of time for relaxation, we are truly a go go go family. This week long break should give us some time to STOP and relax for a while.